1969 Citroen Dyane 4 vs. 1998 Lotus Emme
To start off, 1998 Lotus Emme is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Citroen Dyane 4 would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lotus Emme is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus Emme (260 HP) has 236 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. (24 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus Emme should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lotus Emme weights approximately 84 kg more than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Lotus Emme is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Lotus Emme. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Citroen Dyane 4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Lotus Emme (354 Nm) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. (29 Nm). This means 1998 Lotus Emme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Citroen Dyane 4 | 1998 Lotus Emme | |
| Make | Citroen | Lotus |
| Model | Dyane 4 | Emme |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 260 HP |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 594 kg | 678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2770 mm |
